Hospice RN - Case Manager

Care Initiatives•Manchester, IA

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About The Position

Care Initiatives Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to provide compassionate, holistic hospice care to patients with life-limiting illnesses in Dyersville, Dubuque, and surrounding communities. Care is provided in the patient’s place of residence, which may include a home, long-term care community, assisted living residence, or hospital. The role addresses patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs and involves collaboration with family members, caregivers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to honor patients’ needs and wishes.

Requirements

Active Iowa RN license.
Active CPR certification.
Hospice or palliative care experience.
Current driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
Ability to travel between multiple locations within the region.
Home access to the internet.
Ability to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification (CHPN) within 24 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of verifiable experience working as a nurse (RN/LPN) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, and procedural skills to deliver high-quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence.
Develop and oversee the plan of care under physician direction and ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement.
Perform initial and comprehensive patient assessments in accordance with policies and procedures.
Conduct ongoing patient visits and interdisciplinary assessments.
Deliver quality care and complete clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation.
Provide patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
Develop and continually update the plan of care to identify services needed to meet each patient’s specific needs.